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Glossary > Production Manager
Role Purpose
The
Production Manager is responsible for
managing the production of seed to meet the
needs of the company’s customers. This
involves coordinating the annual production
and providing a stable supply of seed to
meet the future anticipated demands.
Typical Work
Activities
- Coordinate
production planning with sales, finance,
research and product management
- Review
production schedules and allocate team
members to complete schedules
- Lead
recruitment and training of temporary and
permanent employees
- Direct and
manage third party production
- Organize
and lead grower meetings and oversee grower
agreements
- Direct and
manage safety programs, plant activities,
warehousing, employee training, quality
systems, and seed stock inventory programs
Educational
Requirements
- BA in
agriculture or related field
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Management courses or equivalent
experience
Knowledge,
Skills and Experience
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Strong technical knowledge in
general agronomy and seed
production.
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Problem solving ability (team and
individual)
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Working knowledge of budgets and
financial statements
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Strong leadership skills.
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Strong motivational skills.
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Ability to accept and support
change.
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Broad knowledge of safety and
environmental systems and
procedures.
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